Global Logistics

Cargo Theft: How Cargo is Targeted and What Can Be Done About It

January 27, 2014

C.H. Robinson

Global Shipping: Protecting the Value of Goods

January 27, 2014

C.H. Robinson

Sensing and Shaping Future Demand

January 27, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Widespread market volatility since the economic crisis of 2008 means that traditional forecasting methods are insufficient, says Charles Chase of SAS. Fortunately, advanced technologies for collecting and analyzing vast amounts of real-time data are giving companies new ways to sense and even shape demand.

Managing Demand for Critical Bio-medical Parts

January 27, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Providing medical implants for upper-body surgeries is a critical, time-sensitive business. Raymond Allen of Biomet Microfixations explains how his company forecasts and manages demand so as to never disappoint the patient.

For E-tailers, Pleasing Holiday Shoppers Comes at a Price

January 27, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

During the just-wrapped Christmas shopping season, e-tailers were more aggressive than ever before in offering discounts and other kinds of come-ons to customers ordering over the internet. But they paid a high price for that strategy.

Choosing an In-Country Logistics Provider

January 27, 2014

Greg McKinley, VP, Global Warehousing & Logistics, InComm

$330m to Be Invested in Indian Logistics Parks

January 24, 2014

Livemint

IndoSpace Logistics Parks Ltd, which develops industrial real estate and warehouses, said it has closed its second fund called IndoSpace Logistics Parks II (ILP II) at $330m.

Government, Businesses Urged to Focus on Supply Chain Barriers That Waste Food

January 24, 2014

Economic Times

Governments and businesses should make efforts to reduce supply chain inefficiencies, which among others significantly contributes to loss of as much as 1.3 billion tonnes of food every year, says a report.

Using Data to Mitigate Risk and Build Supply Chain Resiliency

January 24, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Data-based predictive analysis that helps companies anticipate global catastrophes and model potential supply chain disruptions is playing an increasing role in risk management, says Perry Rotella, supply chain group executive at Verisk Analytics.

Fight Over Panama Canal Expansion Cost Overrun Was Inevitable

January 24, 2014

Maritime Executive

A bitter dispute between the Panama Canal and a Spanish-led consortium of construction companies over the spiraling cost of expanding one of the world's busiest waterways was years in the making.

Global Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods faster and farther around the world than ever before through global logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using global logistics solutions to power their supply chains.